suncor wind power
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Suncor Wind PowerSlide show by: Sana and Ellie!
What is Suncor?
Suncor is an energy company that is trying to "go green“
They make all sorts of energy, but the one we’re focused on today is “Suncor Wind Power”
They’ve paired up with Acciona Energy to build three types of power plants
Advantages and Disadvantages on Wind Power and Suncor itself...
Advantages of Suncor Their energy source is eco-friendly They don’t use tailing ponds Suncor consumes less power and makes more They use less thermal energy To suit you and your family’s needs, Suncor also
provides a package which can help benefit you in health care plans, competitive retirement, saving plans and even generous time off for you and your family!
Advantages of Wind Power
It’s a renewable power source; this is because wind is always blowing
Winds are free so wind farms never need fuel
It doesn’t produce green house gases or waste
Wind power is a good method to use to remote areas
It’s cheap!
Disadvantages of Suncor
Extremely expensive (due to their great effort)
They’ve had technological problems in the PAST.
Disadvantages of Wind Power
Unpredictable Suitable areas for wind farms are near
the coast where areas are expensive It can affect television reception (If you
live near the farm) May be noisy at times
Moving on to: Impacts on...
1. Natural Environment and Wildlife2. Local Community and Culture3. Economy
Impacts on Natural Environment and Wildlife
Turbines may kill birds (and other flying animals; very rare but can happen)
To some turbines are looked as unappealing making the environment look polluted
Ironically, when turbines are manufactured, they tend to cause pollution
Eco-friendly Clean way of producing energy for natural
environment and wildlife
Impacts on Local Community and Culture
Turbines are seen to some as unappealing
Country sides like their farmlands empty and not covered with modern technology
Wind turbines are sometimes quite noisy
Wind mills have been used ever since people learned how to sail boats
Benefits program!
Impacts on Economy
Suncor gives everyone a chance to apply
They accept people all around the globe
More job opportunities are available because of Suncor
Employees are usually excelled
Impacts on Economy Continued...
Employees receive generous paid vacation time which ranges from two – six weeks per year
Their employees are given “personal days off”
Interesting Facts!
As long as the sun shines, wind power will exist
U.S.A. Alone receives 17 billion kilowatts of electricity each yr.
Man has used wind power ever since he learned to sail boats...
The first windmill was used to grind grain in Iran
More Interesting Facts!
Germany is the largest windmill producer
Vertical Windmills look like egg beaters upside down!
What is the difference between a vertical and horizontal wind mill you may ask?
The main difference between the
horizontal and vertical designs is the
rotation of the blades
The End!Thanks for watching everyone!
Questions?
Sample Questions:How long have I worked?No, we’re just kidding, there’s no sample questions!